Lot 3
  • 3

Archibald Thorburn

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Archibald Thorburn
  • Grey Wagtails
  • signed and dated l.l.: A. Thorburn 1928
  • watercolour and bodycolour
  • 26 by 37cm., 10¼ by 14¼in.

Condition

STRUCTURE The sheet is sound and has been laid down. The edgesare very slightly faded, not visible in the current mount. There are lines on the paint surface upper left and in the upper right corner where the water has saturated the sheet. Otherwise, the work is in generally excellent condition with strong bright colours throughout. FRAME Held under glass in a gilt plaster frame with a gilt mount; unexamined out of frame.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."